1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 831 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Expedition. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Zagato | Expedition |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 127 L |